Change in Decision Making Capacity in Older Adults

"This is essential reading for practitioners, caregivers, and those of us who assist older adults. But more importantly, it is essential reading for the general public who need to know more about aging and decision-making capacity." -Norman Abeles, PhD, Professor of Psychology, Michigan State University and past president, American Psychological Association Vital guidance for caregivers, families, and those who counsel them on assessing and adjusting to changes in the mental capacities of older adults In this informative guide, editors Sara Qualls and Michael Smyer have brought together a notable team of international contributors to produce a unique framework of the legal, social, and psychological approaches to assessing the ability of older adults to make decisions. Part of the Wiley Series in Clinical Geropsychology, Changes in Decision-Making Capacity in Older Adults: Assessment and Intervention familiarizes clinicians with the legal and social contexts for decision making in potentially impaired individuals. Readers are provided with direction and guidance on the advanced skills necessary to assess and treat individuals and families facing these life-altering changes in mental capacity. Thorough and up to date, this important book responds to the growing need to equip professionals with the information they need to efficiently communicate their expertise to lawyers, judges, physicians, and family members.Qualls, Sara H. is the author of 'Change in Decision Making Capacity in Older Adults ', published 2007 under ISBN 9780470037980 and ISBN 0470037989.